River Trail Neighborhood

River Trail Neighborhood is located along the south bank of the Red Cedar River on Shaw Lane. The River Trail Neighborhood includes McDonel Hall, Shaw Hall, Owen Graduate Hall and Van Hoosen Apartments.

The River Trail Engagement Center is located in McDonel Hall. Here you will find the engagement center staff, student health clinic, math and other course tutoring, writing assistance, academic advisors, a computer lab with printing services, individual and group study spaces, the Residential Business Program, MRULE and much more! River Trail is located near the Business College Complex, the MSU College of Law, the College of Veterinary Medicine, IM East and the Wharton Center for Performing Arts. The fitness center for River Trail is located in Shaw Hall and exercise classes are held in McDonel Hall.

Enjoy wonderful dining with views of the river at The Vista in Shaw or Riverwalk Market in Owen, or grab a snack or cup of hot tea at the Sparty’s Refresh in McDonel. The River Trail team is eager and ready to assist you!